Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing at CREECH

Analgesics | Central Nervous System

Items (12m)

111

Total Quantity

7,514

NHS Cost

£489

vs National Avg

-43.2%

CREECH prescribed 111 items of Dihydrocodeine tartrate over the last 12 months at a cost of £489 to the NHS. This is 43.2% below the national average prescribing rate. Dihydrocodeine tartrate is classified under Analgesics in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	111
Total Quantity	7,514
Total NHS Cost	£489
Presentations	2 different forms
vs National Average	-43.2%

Dihydrocodeine tartrate Prescribing Comparison

This practice	111 items
National average per practice	195 items
Difference	-43.2% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.